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While our backgrounds and experiences are diverse, we share a deep commitment to Jesus Christ, to each other, and our neighbors. Watch these stories of faith in the everyday lives of Mormons. You can also meet Mormons here.

Our faith influences nearly every aspect of our lives. Beyond simply believing in Jesus Christ, we try to bring His teachings to life at home, at work and in our communities. Here are a few of the cultural priorities embraced by members of the Church around the world.

We are all spiritual children of a loving
Heavenly Father who sent us to this earth to learn and grow in a mortal state. As Mormons,
we are followers of Jesus Christ. We live our lives
to serve Him and teach of His eternal plan for each of us.

Find a Church

Hi I'm John

I'm a college student. I'm an Eagle Scout. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I am the 5th of 6 boys in my family. I grew up in a good home with parents that love me. My hobbies are camping, four-wheeling, hunting, swimming, and just spending time with the family. I was in scouts my whole life and was slowly making my way to an eagle. After high school I worked in a plant that makes plastic bags for about a year and a half. I then spent two years teaching about the church, in Eastern Pennsylvania and southern Delaware. I am now working part-time and going to college full-time.

Why I am a Mormon

I'm a Mormon because of The Book of Mormon. There is no way someone can read this book and apply what it says, praying to God for understanding, and not come out a better person at the end. While reading it I found the story of Alma and some of those he taught that were converted to the gospel. These people were persecuted and some were either stoned or burned, but none of them denied their faith. Their faith in the Lord made me want that for myself, and as I read the story it hit me that this isn’t just a story. These people existed and they really did give their life for something they came to believe in only recently. God answers prayers, I know because He answered mine. Another reason is the stress they put on the importance of families, and keeping them together. I love my family very much and I want my future family to have good morals. I know that this church teaches them that and to do what God asks of us as his children so that we can live with him again. We also know that Families can be together forever, I love that because I never want to lose my family. The blessing of knowing that I can have them in the eternities gives me peace in life.

How I live my faith

I live my faith by trying to do everything I can to be more like our savior. As I read and pray about the scriptures I learn more about him and his gospel. Also, I live my faith by serving those around me. As a youth, I was the president, or counselor to the president, in a few youth organizations where we participated in scouting events and learned of the doctrine of Christ. As a young man I became an advisor to one of these groups and on Sundays I taught lessons to them about gospel doctrines and principles. As a young man of age 19, I was called by God Through a living prophet to serve as a full-time missionary. This is where between us and our family we support ourselves for two years and go out teaching what we believe to others and inviting them to pray and to know the things we teach are true.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I become a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church)?

Meet with missionaries. They will teach you about what we believe and ask you to do things to find out if its true such as read The Book of Mormon, pray and ask if what they share is true, come to church and worship with us. Once you are ready to be a member you will be baptized by someone holding the priesthood. Afterwards you will be confirmed a member and blessed to receive the Holy Ghost. If you have questions or are interested go to http//mormon.org/missionaries/ to request missionaries that can answer your questions.
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It is a wonderful process, that will mean only as much to you as what you put into it. On a technical note you have to meet with full time missionaries, be taught the Gospel, keep commitments such as attending church and reading your scriptures as well as pass an interview. The interview is to determine if you are ready to take upon yourself such a serious commitment as to live in harmony with the commandments.
After that then, if you are found ready you will be baptized by someone with a rightful claim to the priesthood. Then you will have hands laid upon your head and be given a supernal blessing. You will be confirmed a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Also in the blessing you will be asked to "Receive the Holy Ghost". Receiving the Holy Ghost is where we very much depart from the technical side.
The reason for this is your capacity to receive the Holy Ghost and for it to bless your life will depend very heavily on your effort put into getting baptized. If you will strive hard to repent of your sins and come unto Christ then you will notice a change taking place. You will lose all desire for sin. This process is called conversion. If you are truly converted then the Holy Ghost can bless your life without restraint.
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Are all Mormons required to serve a mission?

No. Every worthy young man is expected to serve a mission, though there is no punishment for not doing so. Also, not every young man is physically or mentally capable, so there are circumstances where a young man may be excused from service. Young women may also serve missions, but are not expected to do so.
Serving a mission means a full-time commitment, leaving family and friends to preach the gospel in a place assigned by the Church.
I served my mission in Los Angeles, California.
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